Camellia japonica 'Nuccio's Jewel'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Camellia japonica 'Nuccio's Jewel' plant details

Camellia japonica 'Nuccio's Jewel' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camellia japonica 'Nuccio's Jewel'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, long-blooming, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia japonica 'Nuccio's Jewel'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The cultivar ‘Nuccio’s Jewel’ has a dense, bushy habit. Medium-sized, peony form blooms of white generously shading to orchid-pink at the edges appear mid- to late season: midwinter to early spring. Peony-form blossoms have a mass of irregular petals interlaced with gold reproductive structures in the center of the flowers.Another great introduction from Nuccio's Nurseries.